Obesity as a Health Priority: Insights From Research Productivity in the Arab World

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Authors: Rania Hammami, Mirvat Alsnag
Cited by: 2

Abstract

Obesity is an escalating public health crisis globally and particularly within the Arab world. Approximately 2 billion adults worldwide are overweight, with nearly one-third classified as obese [[1][1]]. The prevalence of obesity is also continuously increasing among children and adolescents. More

Fields of Study & Subjects

Diabetes Cardiovascular Risks and Lipoproteins Obesity Physical Activity Diet Dietary Effects on Health

Publication details

Journal / source
Saudi Medical Journal
Publisher
Armed Forces Medical Services
Volume
47
Issue
1
Pages
178–179
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN